Beach Camping Checklist (How To Prepare for Beach Camping)
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Tent
A pop-up tent with a rainfly is going to be your best option. You want a tent that has plenty of ventilation for airflow.
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Tarp
Be sure to include a tarp or two with your beach camping gear. A big tarp can help keep sand out of the tent.
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Floor Mat or rug
Place a small non-slip floor mat just on the inside of the tent. Give your feet one last wipe on the rug before crawling into bed.
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Sand pegs and sand bags
Sand pegs or stakes anchor into the sand like a screw. We recommend making homemade sandbags with nylon or large ziplock bags and sand.
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UV-rated and quick drying clothing
You will be spending a lot of time in the sun while beach camping, so protect your skin with UV-rated shirts and shorts to help with possible sunburns.
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Slides over flip-flops
Flip-flops are what you think of with beach footwear, but after a few days of sand between your toes, a pair of slides is a nice break.
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Water shoes
Water shoes are convenient for beach exploring and rough rocky areas. Plus, water shoes or sandals with velcro straps add stability.
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Camp towel and washcloth
Cotton towels and washcloths take forever to dry, and they trap in the sand. So your cotton washcloth will feel like 80 grit sandpaper, no thanks.
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Biodegradable pump soap, not bar soap
Stay clean my friends. When you are camping at the beach, personal hygiene is still important.
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Eye drops
Eye drops are helpful for those windy days at the beach that dries out your eyes.
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